Saturday, September 22, 2012
Courtney
I always thought breastfeeding would come naturally. That is so not the case. Some people are extremely lucky where they have a baby who latches perfectly from day one. Then there's people like me who need help or time to achieve that perfect latch for baby. Whether it's mommy or baby causing the poor latch it definitely needs to be addressed if you want to breastfeed your baby successfully.
So this is my introduction, my journey of ups and downs, and my dedication and passion to breastfeed my daughter. I just simply won't take no for an answer. I hope you enjoy reading my journey, and I hope that something that has helped me along the way may help you. Starting October there will be regular updates and I will be sharing how far we've come, and what I've learned.
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About Me
I became a first time mommy Aug 22. Breastfeeding is hard! We're just now figuring it out and it's worth hanging in there!
ReplyDelete-Katrina
Katrina, Congratulations on being a mommy! So glad nursing is getting better for you. Wishing you the best!
DeleteBreastfeeding is hard work but worth every moment you put into it! I have three ... in a row. It was the hardest thing I did as a mom but the memories I have of the time we had bonding is worth it (even the one I had to exlusively pump for due to latch issues!) I hope you have a wonderful, long journey with few bumps in the road. If you encounter bumps, I hope you look for support because there is so much support available if you look!
ReplyDeleteThank you for the comment Beth! I won't be giving up and I am chuck full of knowledge now :)
DeleteDear Courtney ~ What a lucky baby, having a mother committed to breastfeeding. I don't know what your specific challenges are, but maybe this will help... http://www.helium.com/items/1290278-correctly-position-a-breastfeeding-baby
ReplyDeleteLooking forward to seeing what else you have to say about breastfeeding and your baby!
PS ~ just found you on foodblogs.com
Kathleen
Kathleen, thank you for sharing! I'm always looking to learn and that is exactly what I've been doing since she's been born. Instead of being at the beginning I'm starting to think we're half way there! :) Thanks for stopping by!
DeleteMy son is 10 1/2 months. He never got the hang of nursing, and I tried til he was 6 months. His screams tore me up. I have pumped 4-6 times a day since he was born (4 times on work days cause thats all I can fit in), and supplemented w/ formula. I was only going to nurse, but it didnt work out as I had hoped. Praying if we have another baby that I am able to actually nurse. I still feel guilty for not being able to nurse, but I did everything, and I mean everything to try to make it happen, and did what I had to for him when it didn't happen
ReplyDeleteNo matter how you get your breastmilk to your baby it is considered breastfeeding! You are going to be so driven with your next that I'm sure all will go fine!
Deleteandreameier, I felt your pain when I read this. That's pretty much what happened to me. My first screamed and ended up on the bottle, plus he was colicky. When I got pregnant 12 years later, my sister-in-law gave me a copy of the Womanly Art of Breastfeeding and i started attending La Leche League meetings even before my little girl was born. Smartest move I ever made and we had a great nursing relationship for several years. Please, please try to give up the guilt. You did nothing wrong and taking blame won't serve any good purpose. Hugs! ~ Kathleen
Deletebreastfeeding IS hard. I always thought it would just... happen but that wasn't the case with us. neither of my daughter's would latch so I ended up using a pump for them and that was really hard to go through. It's great that you are dedicated though and wanting to stick with it
ReplyDeleteI'm definitely determined! :)
DeleteBreastfeeding is not easy! Luckily, both of my children took to it however I was completely heartbroken when I had to stop with Gavyn. I'm sure your updates are going to be beneficial to many!
ReplyDeleteThank you, Nichol! I really hope my experience does help someone, even if it's a little :)
DeleteI tried breastfeeding with all my children. I didn't do it that long, but I did try and did get in a couple months with each child.
ReplyDeleteGood luck Courtney. I didn't have issues with my guy latching but instead deal with supply issues at first.
ReplyDeleteWe struggled the first few months and thankfully after that it was natural. It just takes a bit of getting used to and a lot of sacrifices but the rewards are HUGE. Hang in there mommy any questions I'd be happy to answer just email I breastfeed 2 of my boys.
ReplyDelete1 for 6months and the other for 3 yrs
I breastfed my boys and the one thing I wish they would tell young mothers is that it is not easy. Nothing about it is usually easy unless you are one of the few lucky ones. It does take dedication and determination in the beginning. You are doing great!
ReplyDeleteIt is very hard for most of us -- but it is so rewarding . I really miss it.
ReplyDeleteCongrats on working to finding your breastfeeding way. It is truly what's best for you and baby.
ReplyDeleteOne of the hardest yet most rewarding things I have ever done. After the first month, we were pros.
ReplyDeleteI tried with both children, but not lucky like some people. I simply don't produce enough milk. :(
ReplyDeleteI loved breastfeeding and miss it all the time. We will all be here to support you :)
ReplyDeleteI'm working on a similar series too! I think it is important that moms have a place to go where they can get helpful advice to address their specific challenge. For me, it was also the bad latch with my first one, and with my second it wa issues due to her being so small and her mouth wouldn't latch on properly. I'm glad you wrote that breastfeeding is NOT a natural process and does take time. Writing about your experience will help others!
ReplyDeleteI breast fed my second for three months, that was such an awesome experience!
ReplyDeleteGood luck sweetie! I was just not good at it but I look forward to your journey.
ReplyDeletetrisha
Good luck! I only lasted 6 weeks.
ReplyDeleteIt's such a sweet thing to do, first time I went until 12 months passed second time I went only 1 week
ReplyDeleteI wasn't able to breastfeed much with my first. My son had breathing problems. With my second, I had problems and had to stop after a week.
ReplyDeleteI was lucky to have breastfeeding come naturally! I still miss it.
ReplyDeleteI was really lucky in that my daughter latched perfectly right away. BUT she was always falling asleep and leaving me with one breast full of milk, which I had to pump. It was such a pain. LOL
ReplyDeleteI worked super hard at my breastfeeding relationship with Sophia. Since she was taken to the NICU right away after birth, we weren't able to try to establish breastfeeding so I had to pump. And pump. and pump. My milk took so much longer to come in than with my first 2 children and I wasn't getting more than a few ounces at the pump each session. It was so frustrating but then the Dr gave us permission to try breastfeeding twice a day and it was the best thing ever when she latched. I cried happy tears, lol. It took her a few weeks to figure everything out and gain weight, but thankfully everything is smooth sailing now!
ReplyDeleteI enjoyed every second of breast feeding. Weaning was awful for me.
ReplyDeleteBreastfeeding can be hard. I've experienced both sides of the spectrum. I had a difficult time breastfeeding my first daughter. I didn't produce enough milk and had people constantly telling me to supplement. She rarely wanted to nurse and I felt like a failure. The second time around was a breeze. I produced tons of milk and my daughter had no problems latching on or nursing. It was awesome.
ReplyDeleteGood luck Courtney! You can do it!
ReplyDeleteI'm so grateful for the hospital staff who showed me how to do it correctly because it makes a difference! I breastfed both of my kids and have fond memories. :)
ReplyDeleteBreastfeeding is hard, but, it creates that bonding moment between mother and child. Nothing will ever take that away from your memories :) Good Luck!
ReplyDeleteI'm so glad to hear you are sticking to your guns and making it work. It is such a beautiful experience.
ReplyDeleteI had a very hard time with breastfeeding…I had clogs, mastitis, and all within the first six weeks, and I kept wanting to give it up, but I stuck with it (for two years) and I'm proud of myself now. It was very, very hard, you don't realize it until you have a child biting on you and you are bleeding and in pain just what women everywhere go through :)
ReplyDeleteI can't wait to read more! I love nursing my son but it was hard! I plan on nursing my twins and am a little worried but want to stick with it!
ReplyDeleteBreastfeeding was difficult for my son and I at first, too. And like you, I was not taking no for an answer! It turned out to be the most wonderful experience!
ReplyDeleteRight there with you Courtney! Baby #2 is better at latching than his sister was, but I still have cracked, bleeding nipples right now. Babies have to learn too ya know? Lanolin has been a godsend!
ReplyDeleteGood luck with breast feeding, I hope you get it down and the two of you can bond.
ReplyDeleteI love that you are committed and dedicated to giving Mikaylee what she needs. I'm excited to follow your journey!
ReplyDeleteI wrote a post on this too because I was left feeling so frustrated after having Sawyer and was left crying with a crying baby more then anything. It really does get easier but I know how rough it can be. Hugs.
ReplyDeleteGood luck with breastfeeding!
ReplyDeleteI had trouble getting my first to latch properly, too. I had to use a nipple shield to train him. My second latched properly right away, but made me very sore! Breastfeeding is so worth it, though! Good luck to you and congratulations on your sweet baby girl!
ReplyDeleteOne great resource is LaLeche. I don't mean to dish out unsolicited advice. But, I wish more women knew about La Leche and what they have to offer (and I don't work nor am I associated with them) I wish you the best with breastfeeding:)
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Nancy Hilderbrand I breastfed my youngest son and it seems that we are very close
ReplyDeleteIts good tht youre determined to make it work. I was lucky that its been so easy and I hope other moms can be inpired by this
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